Cafcass, Family Court Adviser, Stafford

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Stafford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment service is seeking Children's Social Workers for their Private and/or Public Law teams in Stafford. Candidates will perform key responsibilities such as conducting assessments and directly engaging with children to represent their views in court. A relevant Social Work qualification, registration with Social Work England, and ideally 3 years' experience in a social work capacity are required. This role emphasizes child welfare advocacy.

Qualifications

• You must be registered with Social Work England regulator.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience working with children and families.
• Experience in Family Court proceedings and understanding of Private and/or Public Law is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conducting assessments and engaging with children to represent their views to the court.
• Advocating for arrangements prioritising the best interest of children.

Skills

Social Work qualification

Experience with children and families

Risk assessment

Mediation skills

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant Social Work qualification

Job description

We are hiring Children's Social Workers for our Private and/or Public Law teams. STAFFORD

Working in thePrivate and/or Public Law teams, Children's Social Workers (or as we will professionally call you - Family Court Advisers) are involved in a combination of cases where either the families require the assistance to agree on the best arrangements for the welfare and safety of the child(ren) involved or the local authority has serious concerns and requests the involvement of Cafcass in the case.

Children's Social Workers key responsibilities include:

• Conducting assessments and directly engaging with children to understand and represent their views and wishes to the court.

• Using expertise in robust risk assessment and mediation will be essential as you advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interest of the children.

Who we're looking for

• Relevant Social Work qualification is essential

• You must be registered with Social Work England regulator

• You'll ideally have a minimum of 3 years' experience working with children and families in a social work capacity

• Experience in Family Court proceedings and understanding of Private and/or Public Law would be an advantage

• Organised and resilient with ability to work independently and managing workload effectively

Get in touch to have a chat / apply below!

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02072469112